2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Hyundai i30

To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 813 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 2009 Hyundai i30
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Express i30
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 354 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 77.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 84.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2222 kg 1409 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 53 L


 

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